DHS and DOJ Final Rule on Civil Penalties for Certain Immigration-Related Violations

DHS and DOJ joint final rule for DHS to issue fines for noncitizens who do not depart during the voluntary departure period or after a final removal order, or are apprehended “improperly” entering the U.S. In a change from the IFR, the FR allows acceptance of late-filed appeals if ICE finds documented mail delivery issues beyond the non-citizen’s control. The rule is effective 10/14/26. (91 FR 65390, 10/14/26)

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

8 CFR Part 281

[Docket No: ICEB–2025–0034]

RIN 1653–AA96

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

Executive Office for Immigration Review

8 CFR Parts 1003 and 1280

[Dir. Order No. 11–2026]

RIN 1125–AB36

Imposition and Collection of Civil Penalties for Certain Immigration-Related Violations

AGENCY: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (‘‘ICE’’), Department of Homeland Security (‘‘DHS’’); Executive Office for Immigration Review (‘‘EOIR’’), Department of Justice (‘‘DOJ’’).

ACTION: Final rule